“A contract of insurance is a contract of “Uberrimae fidei (utmost good faith)”. Explain this statement ANSWER The contract of insurance is the Locus Classicus illustration of the so called contracts uberrimae fidei i.e. utmost good faith. It modifies the Read More …
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What liability is imposed on the seller of goods as regards their merchantable quality and their fitness for the purpose of those goods?
What liability is imposed on the seller of goods as regards their merchantable quality and their fitness for the purpose of those goods? ANSWER As a general rule, a seller of goods is not liable if the goods or not Read More …
In relation to the Law of Succession, what are the duties of a personal representative?
In relation to the Law of Succession, what are the duties of a personal representative? ANSWER Duties of a personal representative In relation to the Law of Succession To provide and payout of the deceased’s estate reasonable funeral expenses. To Read More …
“An occupier of premises owes a duty of care towards persons who are lawfully on his premises. The Occupiers Liability Act does not affect the position of trespassers.” In relation to the above statement, what is the extent of potential liability of an occupier and to what extent can such an occupier safeguard such liability
“An occupier of premises owes a duty of care towards persons who are lawfully on his premises. The Occupiers Liability Act does not affect the position of trespassers.” In relation to the above statement, what is the extent of potential Read More …
In relation to the Law of Property, state five obligations of a lessor towards a lessee in a lease agreement
In relation to the Law of Property, state five obligations of a lessor towards a lessee in a lease agreement ANSWER Duty not to derogate from the grant: the landlord must not do anything inconsistent with the tenancy. Duty to Read More …
How true is it to say that in order for a contract to be discharged by performance, the performance must be precise and exact?
How true is it to say that in order for a contract to be discharged by performance, the performance must be precise and exact? ANSWER Among the various ways in which a contract may be discharged is performance which literally Read More …
“A corporation may be defined as a legal entity or artificial person.” Explain what is meant by this statement
“A corporation may be defined as a legal entity or artificial person.” Explain what is meant by this statement ANSWER A corporation is an association of persons recognized as a legal entity. It has an independent legal existence. It is Read More …
Explain three characteristics of a private limited company
Explain three characteristics of a private limited company ANSWER A corporation is an association of persons recognized as a legal entity. It has an independent legal existence. It is a body corporate or a juristic person. It is an abstraction Read More …
Differentiate between a Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association of a registered company and detail the contents of the Articles of Association
Differentiate between a Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association of a registered company and detail the contents of the Articles of Association ANSWER Memorandum of Association Articles of Association It is one of the constitutive documents in company formation. Read More …
Describe the main function and composition of Judicial Service Commission
Describe the main function and composition of Judicial Service Commission ANSWER The Judicial Service Commission is established It is established by Article 171 of the Constitution. It consists of: Composition/Membership Under Article 171 (2) or the Act, the Judicial Service Read More …